From Publishers Weekly
Australian journalist Oram chronicles, in an unauthorized biography, the colorful career of writer-actor Hogan, who leapt to international stardom in the title role of the recent hit film "Crocodile" Dundee. A former rigger on the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Hogan competed on a television amateur talent show, an appearance that led to his own TV comedy series, commercials and a dramatic miniseries. "Crocodile" Dundee, arriving in the U.S. with a carefully orchestrated media blitz, defied demographics with a cross-cultural appeal, eventually lining Hogan's pocket with an estimated $15 million. Oram, recounting this rise to fame with humor and verve, provides much background on Australian history, lingo and lore (including several chilling crocodile tales), but readers may wish the irritatingly skimpy paragraphs on the "turbulent life" of the Australian film industry had been expanded to a full chapter. Similarly, the book's photographs (80 black and white, 36 color) highlight Hogan's head to the nth degree. This entertaining profile is timed to coincide with the summer release of the Dundee sequel. First serial to Good Housekeeping.
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc.
From Library Journal
This is a rather standard, profusely illustrated celebrity biography of the man better known in the United States as "Crocodile" Dundee. Oram traces Hogan's life from a working-class childhood through the discovery of his comedic talents and his rise to superstardom. An explanation of the Australian sense of humor and a glossary of Aussie slang will probably aid the uninitiated American. Originally published in Great Britain, this book will probably be in demand due to Hogan's popularity. Barbara E. Kemp, Washington State Univ. Lib., Pullman
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc.
